Educate, Feed & Protect Children in Kibera, Kenya

We want to express our sincere gratitude to our amazing sponsors as we celebrate 25 years of growth, service, and transformation. Your unwavering support, generosity, and dedication have been crucial in realizing our mission; over the past 25 years, your contributions have fuelled our Educate and Feed 85 at risk children in Kibera, Kenya and also empowered countless children, strengthened communities, and inspired positive change. As a result of your partnership, we have been able to achieve greater things and make a lasting impact where it matters most.

The school opened on January 7, 2025, and we are pleased to announce that the Playgroup class at our nursery school has received an exceptional group of 24 new students. This is the beginning of their educational and nurturing journey that will support the growth and success of our youngest students over the course of our three-year program.

The children have been introduced to basic routines, engaging play activities, and simple learning tasks that promote teamwork and creativity. On January 10, 2025, they received their school uniforms, which made them feel at home and brought them great joy. The children who were previously in PP1 and Playgroup have successfully advanced to PP1 and PP2, respectively. In addition, they have been provided with schoolbooks and are regularly receiving two meals a day.

This 25year milestone is as much yours as it is ours. Your belief in our cause and your dedication to helping us succeed has been vital in our journey. We look forward to continuing this impactful journey together, as we work towards even greater success and brighter futures. Thank you for being such an important part of our 25-year journey. Together, we will keep building a stronger, more sustainable tomorrow.

As our nursery school runs a three-year program, we usually find it difficult to let these children go. Every day, we watch them grow from timid toddlers to confident learners, ready to embrace the next phase of their education. It’s more than just academics; these children become a part of our family, filling our halls with laughter, curiosity, and endless wonder. The thought of saying goodbye tugs at our hearts, but we know it's a necessary step in their journey.

On the 24th of October, we will be celebrating the PP2 class with a colorful and joyous graduation party. It’s a day filled with excitement, pride, and bittersweet emotions as we reflect on their progress and look ahead to their bright futures. This year’s graduation will be particularly special, as we have carefully planned every detail to make it a memorable farewell for our little ones. The event will be filled with music, smiles, and tokens of our love and appreciation for their time with us.

As part of our tradition, we are going to buy them school bags and learning materials to enhance their transition to primary school. These gifts symbolize our continuous support and encouragement, even as they leave our nursery. We want them to carry not just their books, but also the values, kindness, and love they’ve received during their time here. It’s our way of showing them that although they are moving on, they will always have a piece of St. Vincent with them.

This graduation is not just an ending, but a heartfelt goodbye. We do this every year as a special way to celebrate the milestones they’ve achieved and the bond we’ve shared. For us, it’s never easy to let them go, but we take comfort in knowing that they leave us prepared and filled with confidence to take on the world ahead.